Challenges and Tips

What are some other examples of challenges?

Challenges last for a few days to two weeks. They are intended to introduce a new idea, habit or experience and are accompanied with ltips on how to accomplish your goal. They are always introduced by one of your neighbors.

Examples are:

  • Turn down disposable utensils from restaurants and take outs.

  • Forgo saran wrap or plastic bags in your home for 1 week. A challenge like this would be accompanied by tons of information on alternatives.

  • Try a vegan dish you have never tried before. A challenge like this would be accompanied by some favorite recipes and info on the impact of red-meat consumption. Avoiding red meat is one of the most climate-friendly things you can do.

  • Sign a petition or attend a meeting about a local issue (or state or national)

  • Attend a specific rally related to social justice or environmental issues.

  • ·Help in Get-out-the-Vote Efforts, with specific information on how to do it.

  • Participate in the Surfrider Beach Clean Up, with specifics on the exact date and how to sign up.

  • Try energy efficient alternatives for home. With tons of info on alternative.

  • Cut down driving by 20% for a week.

  • Go completely plastic free for one day (or two, or three). Not so easy.

  • Learn about composting (doing it is another thing altogether).